The Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), Ahmadu Bello University Zaria,
The Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, is proudly participating in the Quarterly Research Fair of ABU, which kicked off today, 15th September 2025, and will run until 19th September 2025. The fair, taking place at the Main Lobby of Kashim Ibrahim Library, ABU Zaria, provides a unique platform for showcasing innovations that address pressing challenges in sciences and beyond.
At the IAR pavilion, visitors are experiencing firsthand a wide range of technologies, including improved seed production, product development innovations, tissue culture in biotechnology, and advances in horticultural crops. These exhibits highlight IAR’s long-standing commitment to advancing agricultural research and delivering practical solutions that benefit farmers and communities.
Leading the IAR team is Dr. Sharhabil Musa Yahaya, Head of Agricultural Extension Services, who has been engaging participants, partners, and stakeholders on the Institute’s transformative work.
During the exhibition tour, the Vice Chancellor of ABU, ably represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics), Prof. Raymond Bako, commended IAR for its consistent innovations and contributions to national agricultural development. He lauded the Institute for making the University proud and challenged the team to take their products further into the market to generate more internally generated revenue (IGR) for the University.
Whether you are a farmer seeking improved seeds, an entrepreneur exploring agribusiness opportunities, or a student eager to learn cutting-edge agricultural practices, the IAR pavilion is the right place to be. Visit us throughout the fair to interact with our experts and discover technologies shaping the future of agriculture. 
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